{"podcast":{"title":"Scream and Sugar: True Crime Coffee Hour","slug":"scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour-6712281","podcast_index_feed_id":6712281,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6015946/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour--6015946","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/664df28772a60ef931bcf075b2d8b0ae.jpg","author":"Candace Durand and Sahara Harrington","episode_count":99,"summary":"Embark on a chilling journey with \"Scream and Sugar: True Crime Coffee Hour,\" a riveting podcast hosted by Sahara Harrington and Candace Durand from Reno, NV. This dynamic duo brings a blend of true crime narratives, unsolved mysteries, and razor-sharp humor into each episode. Picture a dark roast of suspense - where shocking stories are served with a side of caffeinated banter that crafts a rich and potent brew of crime and local coffee inspiration. So, grab your mug, settle in, and let \"Scream and Sugar\" take you on a thrilling journey through the mysteries of the darker side. Contact us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scream.and.sugar.podcast On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scream.and.sugar.podcast Or email us: screamandsugarreno@gmail.com Merchandise: https://scream-and-sugar-podcast.printify.me/ Disclaimer: This podcast contains content that may be upsetting. The topics of this podcast are researched using publicly available information, and may occasionally be incorrect. Due to the topics covered, listener discretion is advised. Huge shout out to Taylor Sommer for the amazing intro/outro music. All music inquiries can be sent to remmosrolyat@yahoo.com. Become a…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour-6712281"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 89 - Erin Patterson's Deadly Luncheon","slug":"ep-89-erin-patterson-s-deadly-luncheon","published_at":"2026-02-04T12:00:08+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour-6712281/ep-89-erin-patterson-s-deadly-luncheon","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/scream-and-sugar-true-crime-coffee-hour-6712281","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-89-erin-patterson-s-deadly-luncheon--69727578","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69727578/ep_89_erin_patterson_s_deadly_luncheon.mp3","summary":"Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. Today, we’re heading to rural Australia to unpack a case that sounds almost too bizarre to be real—the deadly mushroom lunch linked to Erin Patterson. In 2023, a seemingly ordinary family meal turned fatal when multiple guests fell critically ill after eating beef Wellington allegedly containing poisonous death cap mushrooms. Three people died, one narrowly survived, and attention quickly turned to the host: Erin Patterson. As investigators sifted through conflicting statements, missing evidence, and questions about intent, the case sparked international fascination and fierce debate. Was this a tragic accident rooted in foraging mistakes—or a calculated act hiding behind a home-cooked meal? In this episode, we walk through the timeline, the victims, the science behind death cap poisoning, and why this case continues to divide public opinion as legal proceedings unfold. Grab your coffee and your curiosity, and remember to stay spooky, y’all! Case Notes: Undisturbed Salon with Jessica: https://www.undisturbednv.com/ https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/may/01/erin-patterson-husband-simon-mushroom-lunch-murder-trial-australia-ntwnfb#:~:text=In%20the%20lead%2Dup%20to%20a%20deadly%20lunch%2C,you'd%20like%20to%20discuss%20on%20the%20phone%22 . https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-08/live-updates-erin-patterson-sentence-mushroom-murders/105734146 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/oct/09/erin-patterson-should-never-receive-parole-mushroom-murders-ntwnfb https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-08/live-updates-erin-patterson-sentence-mushroom-murders/105734146 https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-01/erin-patterson-mushroom-trial-explainer/ https://www.abc.net.a…","meta_description":"Hey Spooky Squad! Welcome back to another episode of Scream and Sugar, your true crime coffee hour. 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